Petaluma, CA – Two Car Crash on CA-116 Takes One Life
Petaluma, CA (September 24, 2020) – An auto accident reported in the Petaluma area claimed the life of one person and left a second person injured. At approximately 6:30 p.m., on September 22, the California Highway Patrol responded to the scene of an auto accident on California State Highway 116.
Reports from authorities show that a black Nissan pickup truck was traveling north on Lakeville Highway (California State Highway 116) when it collided with a white Toyota sedan at the intersection with South McDowell Boulevard.
The driver of the Toyota was fatally injured in the crash. Responding officers pronounced the victim dead at the scene.
The driver of the Nissan was transported to an area hospital for treatment of injuries. At this time, the police are investigating to determine the cause of the crash.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the victim who lost their life in this accident.
Our thoughts are with the victim injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.
Fatal Car Accidents in California
Car accidents throughout the state of California have an overwhelming impact on the lives of families. In fact, more than 150,000 people have their lives interrupted by accidents caused by negligent and reckless drivers throughout the state of California each year. In many cases, victims are forced to go through extensive medical treatment for broken bones, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injuries. These accidents often leave people with overwhelming mental, physical, and financial pain and suffering. Regrettably, thousands of people end up passing away as a result of their injuries.
Losing a loved one in a collision can have a devastating impact on a family. Not only are they forced to endure overwhelming mental and emotional consequences, but many families are forced to deal with the loss of an income source and tens of thousands of dollars on funeral arrangements and burial services. When victims lose their lives in accidents caused by negligent drivers, their families should immediately reach out to a wrongful death lawyer California.
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